Ginny couldn't believe what she was seeing. She gripped Colette's arm so tightly that she couldn't speak. "Is that ... is that ..."Colette was thoroughly annoyed and agitated. She glanced at Yvette only to see her face darkening. At that, she felt a slight sense of satisfaction.After Yvette had killed Yvonne, Colette was intimidated. However, as she gathered information on this matter around Youngville, she realized that Yvette was less formidable than she had thought.Plus, some time had passed, and her fear of Yvette had diminished.Yvette's high status in Youngville was solely due to Benjamin.People believed she would marry Benjamin. Taking his status into account, they were willing to give her and the White family some respect.Now that Benjamin had Victoria by his side, both Colette and the White family were not willing to simply step aside.Colette was ready to see them fight and profit from the situation.Colette's thoughts kept her jealousy in check. She replied to G
The once quiet living room suddenly became lively after Benjamin's announcement.People who were usually suppressed by the White family or had a bad relationship with Yvette came forward to congratulate Benjamin."Congratulations, Mr. Harper.""Mrs. Benjamin Harper is so beautiful. She looks like a doll. Mr. Harper, you two are a perfect match.""Mr. Harper, when can we attend your wedding?"Yvette and Logan had grim expressions.Meanwhile, Colette was consumed by jealousy.The Harper family and Benjamin Harper? Wasn't that what she had always desired?What did Victoria do to deserve all these? Why should Victoria step on her?Amidst these thoughts, someone chuckled."Zachary, isn't this your arranged fiancée by Grandpa? Ben, are there no other women in the world that you had to choose your niece-in-law?"She's pretty, but what use is beauty? Plus, you can't perform in bed. Are you seeking to suffer?" The man laughed audaciously.Zachary wore a tense and unpleasant expressi
Victoria's gaze was ice-cold and determined. She exuded the same imposing presence as Benjamin.Colette couldn't help but sneer silently.Why would Mr. Harper need someone to shield him in Youngville? It was quite the opposite. He was the one who usually protected others.Victoria was nothing but a flatterer. She always had a way with words, making sure she stole the limelight.Why was she so unsatisfied?Colette, who had been trying to restrain herself, finally couldn't hold back any longer.She took on the role of a dutiful daughter and pleaded with Victoria, saying, "Victoria, mom didn't mean to be offensive earlier. She spoke impulsively and didn't harbor any ill intentions."She has been regretful about her words. Remember, she's your biological mother, and she has realized her mistake."Could you please have someone release her? She hasn't been in the best of health lately, and she ..."Isaac highly valued family harmony. He definitely wouldn't like Victoria's behavior.
Just as they were halfway through dinner, Jamie returned.He headed straight for the dining table and quickly noticed Victoria."So, this is the woman Benjamin found? He's got good taste, just like me!"Victoria looked up at the man speaking. His face bore a striking resemblance to Benjamin's.He was undeniably handsome and had an unchanged physique, yet his eyes seemed sunken. He bore obvious signs of excess indulgence and appeared somewhat dispirited.Victoria cast a glance at Benjamin, who remained silent and didn't give Jamie a single glance.Not all fathers deserved to be dads, after all.Darryl knew Jamie well. He was afraid that he might create trouble, just like Diesel did.Thus, he signalled a few people to come and escort Jamie away. He then informed Jamie about the earlier incident where Victoria had reprimanded Diesel.The news took Jamie aback, but soon he burst into laughter. "What a woman Ben picked. She's way more interesting than that daughter of the White fam
Yvette despised Zachary and couldn't believe such a mama's boy would dare to pursue her.Victoria's equating Yvette with such an individual made her highly displeased.She glared, but Victoria remained composed and radiant.Isaac seemed to be swayed. He gazed at Victoria as if weighing his options.Yvette felt a growing unease.Isaac was her strongest asset in her dream to marry Benjamin. If he sided with Victoria, her chances of marrying Benjamin would plummet.Yvette turned anxious. "Victoria Jameson, I didn't expect you to be not only beautiful but also so eloquent. No wonder Mr. Harper is so enamored with you."He even disregards Youngville's affairs and opposes Mr. Harper Junior's wishes. Since you're so confident, I want to challenge you to a bet."Victoria cast a contemptuous look at Yvette. "Aren't you well aware of the reason for my confidence? You're nothing more than a lackey."Yvette felt indignant. "You know very well who was responsible for my defeat, whether it
"Are you trying to order me around in my own home?"Benjamin gazed at Logan with a haughty demeanor. It was as if he were looking down upon his subordinates. He exuded an air of authority.Even Victoria, who stood next to him, felt a chilling sense of imminent danger.His mood seemed worse than the previous time at the gym. He appeared to be holding back a range of emotions.Victoria had noticed this change in him recently.Logan couldn't meet Benjamin's gaze and weakly replied, "I dare not.""That didn't seem like the case." Benjamin retorted with a disdainful snort.He then turned and left, even slamming the door with anger on his way out.He had never shown such behavior in his previous fits of anger. Isaac and the others were taken aback, and their eyes turned toward Victoria.Victoria felt guilty. She was worried about how to appease Benjamin."All I can guarantee is myself. If I lose, I will leave Benjamin. I'll keep my word. We'll make the bet if you wish to. If not, s
Victoria went after Benjamin, running out of the manor. However, Colette blocked her way. Victoria was not in the mood to deal with Colette. With a cold expression, the former snapped, "Get lost!" Yet, Colette extended her hand to stop Victoria from going any further. She looked at the latter's anxious expression, and a smug smile appeared. "I was wondering how you seduced Mr. Harper. But it turns out you're bugging him," Colette commented disdainfully.She continued, "Do you think this will work? Mr. Harper will no longer fall for such tactics. "How does it feel to be dumped? Victoria, I told you, didn't I? Mr. Harper would never fall for a country bumpkin like you."I'd like to see how arrogant you can be in the future!"Upon hearing those words, Victoria silently cursed at Colette. In the meantime, she glanced in Benjamin's direction. But he had already gotten into the car.Colette was also secretly observing Benjamin. When she saw that he had entered the car, she laughe
Quinton walked up to Ginny and slowly rolled his sleeves before her.She was so scared that she stammered, "W-W-What are y-you doing?"He glanced at her, chuckling coldly. "What do you think I'm doing? Do you want to do it yourself, or shall I have the honors?""What did I do wrong? You can't treat me like this!" Ginny argued as she took two steps back.Quinton retorted, "You don't know what you did wrong, huh? Then, that justifies why you should get slapped!"Watching the scene unfold before her, Colette thought of playing dead. But if she did nothing in front of the crowd, it would ruin her image as a good daughter.She was depending on Ginny, after all. If the latter harbored resentment against Colette because of this, how could she get her hands on Ginny's shares?After a moment's hesitation, Colette rushed and stood in front of Ginny. She extended her right hand to protect Ginny.Then, she looked up at Quinton. "Slap me instead! I'll never let you hit my mother!"Colette